The countdown is on for The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Men's and Women's Basketball Championships

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... a lot of synergy between basketball and the city of Springfield,” Sarno said. “And from the Hall of Fame, to the MassMutual Center to the hotels and restaurants . . . there is going to be a lot of excitement taking place around he... (Read Full Article)

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Taking Center Stage

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...taurants as part of a destination district for fine arts. “The symphony should be doing a show, the Basketball Hall of Fame should be doing some kind of activity, the MassMutual Center should be doing some hockey, CityStage should be doing something, and the Paramount should be doing... (Read Full Article)

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MAAC, Basketball Hall of Fame unveil new exhibit in advance of championships

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...lready in midseason form promoting its men’s and women’s basketball championships to be held at the MassMutual Center. The MAAC and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame will unveil a new exhibit entitled “The MAAC Experience’’ at the shrine Tuesday and tickets for the......d to doing more down here.” The MAAC basketball championships will be held March 1 through 5 at the MassMutual Center, with the ... (Read Full Article)

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Peoples Bank donates $43,000 for scoreboard at proposed new West Springfield High School

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Basketball Hall of Fame readies for 2011 induction, enshrinement ceremonies

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...more; and perhaps the greatest character the game of basketball has ever endured in Dennis Rodman. Basketball Hall of Fame readies for 2011 induction, enshrinement ceremonies Published: Wednesday, August 03, 2011, 11:08 AM......11 – Press event, 2 p.m.; reception, 6 p.m.; and reunion and awards dinner, 6:45 p.m. Events at the Hall of Fame  Aug. 12 – Golf outing at The Orchard, South Hadley, 8 a ... (Read Full Article)

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Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame hires marketing agency to help sell naming rights

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...ffort to sell naming rights to the national shrine building. Home > Breaking News - MassLive.com > Basketball Hall of Fame Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame hires marketing agency to help sell naming rights Published: Thursday, March 31, 2011, 11:44 PM Pet......t to sell naming rights to the national shrine building. The naming rights will be marketed for the Hall of Fame’s various assets, ranging from its games ... (Read Full Article)

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Massachusetts Convention Center Authority hopes loss of Tip-Off Tournament in Springfield is brief

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...int University of Massachusetts defeats Texas Christian University in men's basketball 67-48 in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Tournament at the MassMutual Center The Republican | David MolnarThe University of Massachusetts plays Texas Christian University durin... (Read Full Article)

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Springfield's Division II Elite Eight basketball tournament brings business

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...y Pomona's Kevin Ryan celebrates the Broncos' 2010 NCAA Division II Elite Eight championship at the MassMutual Center in Springfield. SPRINGFIELD – The Elite Eight of men’s college basketball’s Division II are in Spri......ways one of the busiest times of the year, said Edward J. Grimaldi, owner of Samuel’s Tavern in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame building. The Hall is one of the sponsors ... (Read Full Article)

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Elite Eight Division II men's basketball opens Wednesday in Springfield

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...and Monday for the 54th national championship, to be played Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at the MassMutual Center. Elite Eight Division II men's basketball opens Wednesday in Springfield Published: Saturday, Marc......his city has hosted the Elite Eight with the sponsorship of American International College and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. That run ends after this week as the Championship Committee of Greater Springfield elected not to ... (Read Full Article)

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MAAC tournament countdown officially under way in Springfield

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...icials know that next year’s logo will be as different as the tournament’s new home – Springfield’s MassMutual Center. MAAC tournament countdown officially under way in Springfield Published: Tuesday, March 08, 2011, ......sing Springfield. “The financials were very strong and, in addition, you were partnered up with the Hall of Fame, which had a lot of attractive options for us,” MAAC Commissioner Rich Ensor said. While some fear ... (Read Full Article)

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MAAC will wear basketball's mid-major label with pride, as it brings tournament to Springfield

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MAAC officials were on hand Wednesday at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, where announcement was made of an exhibit that will highlight the 10-team conference's history, as...... Here, Rider's Justin Robinson shoots a 3-pointer in a November game against Texas Christian at the MassMutual Center. Some schools and basketball conferences downplay or even spurn the label of "mid-major.'' The Metr... (Read Full Article)

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Tip-Off organizers planning 2011 event despite poor crowds

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... in Springfield as something that was once very popular and something that could come back again,'' Hall of Fame manager of events and awards Greg Procino said. "While I would say we were disappointed with the cr......-Off was a success on the court, but few people witnessed it. Playing before a more empty than full MassMutual Center three consecutive days was not what event organizers had in mind when ... (Read Full Article)

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Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off tournament generates business for Greater Springfield

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... national powerhouses such as the University of Southern California and Texas Christian University. Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off tournament generates business for Greater Springfield Published: Wednesday, November 17, 20......llow Share this story Story tools tip-off logo Share Tweet 0 Comments SPRINGFIELD - This weekend’s Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off is expected to bring $1.2 million in economic activity to the region along with a lot of ... (Read Full Article)

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Viewpoint: Return of Tip-Off men's basketball tournament to Springfield a slam-dunk for Pioneer Valley economy

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...veling parties. aug 2010 john doleva The Republican file photoJohn Doleva, president and CEO of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The MassMutual Center comes alive with ticket sales, concession sales, parking revenues and seemingly unending work for t......han double that as the proximity of the various MAAC schools make Springfield an ideal destination. Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off Luncheon Where: Center Court, Basketball Hall of ... (Read Full Article)

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Tip-Off Tournament rides back into Springfield

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... by Don TreegerUMass basketball coach Derek Kellogg talks at a press conference in September at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame to announce the return of the Basketball Hall of Fame Tip- Off basketball tournament. Share Tweet 0 Comments The return of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s Tip-Off tournament will provide a sneak peak of what’s in store for Rider University in 2012. The......ir ... (Read Full Article)

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Tal Brody announces 2011 JCC Maccabi Games will be held in Springfield

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“We were involved the last time the games were here. We wanted to be more involved this time,” Basketball Hall of Fame Executive Director John L. Doleva said. “Basketball is a worldwide sport, this is a worldwide event......cipate in the games in Springfield. Opening ceremonies for the Maccabi Games will take place at the MassMutual Center. Sporting events will be held at local colleges and other sports venues. “We ... (Read Full Article)

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Conference set on innovation

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Springfield conference to focus on green energy, other technologies

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Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off returns for 12-team tournament

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...of this event, an unprecedented convergence of different men's basketball levels in the modern era. Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off returns for 12-team tournament Published: Thursday, September 23, 2010, 8:50 AM Updated......go on sale Monday at 10 a.m. They can be purchased in two-day or three-day packages, through the MassMutual Center box office or TicketMaster, or by calling the Hall of Fame (413) 781-6500. The UMass ... (Read Full Article)

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Doing Business in: Springfield

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UMass, New Mexico State, USC among 2010 Tip-Off Classic basketball teams

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...erence is excited to be involved. "The MAAC membership in looking to grow its relationship with the Basketball Hall of Fame, the MassMutual Center and the City of Springfield was eager to extend its expertise and provide staffing for The Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off Tournament as the event's sponsor,'' Ensor said. (Read Full Article)

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Editorial: Downtown hotel good fit for Springfield

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...hotel after its projected completion in November. Its prime location – across State Street from the MassMutual Center – should attract a steady stream of customers. A hotel that close to the center could be a magnet f......nts, indicate the city may find it needs all the hotel space it can get. An expanded version of the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Classic will return to the city in the fall, and ... (Read Full Article)

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Springfield mayor supports Elite Eight as positive event for downtown

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Sarno said the city along with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the MassMutual Center have been working to bring events like the Elite Eight and the Springfield Armor to downtown Spring... (Read Full Article)

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Elite Eight basketball tournament seen as big winner for downtown Springfield merchants

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...nielle Mackie cheers on her team during Wednesday night's contest against Bentley University at the MassMutual Center at the Division II Elite-8 basketball tournament. Augusta State lost to Bentley.SPRINGFIELD – While......ood in the restaurants here,” she said. Other fans spoke of visiting the Naismith Memorial National Basketball Hall of Fame, the Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle and other attractions. “This is a great place for basket... (Read Full Article)

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